Schneider, meanwhile, is demanding the state provide information about the relationship between Gov. Bob McDonnell and Virginia businessman Jonnie Williams, who also has given thousands of dollars in gifts to Cuccinelli.

Schneider also says in court papers that he gave investigators evidence a year ago of alleged wrongdoing by McDonnell and his family.

Cuccinelli said Schneider’s attempt to implicate McDonnell required him to withdraw because the governor is his office’s chief client.